Prospective CS transfer — is San Marcos as good to actually live in as it seems?
I’m considering TXST for Fall 2027, probably the Computer Science BA. I’ve already visited and loved the campus, river and overall atmosphere, so my biggest questions are whether the academics are strong enough for what I want and whether San Marcos has enough of a music/alternative scene long-term for me.
I’m interested in programming, cybersecurity, and hands-on software projects, so I’d like to hear from CS students about how practical the BA actually feels and whether it’s realistic to build a strong security/software background without doing the BS.
On the social side, I’ll be 22 by the time I transfer and definitely want an active college experience. I’m curious whether house/apartment parties and going out are actually as common as TXST’s reputation suggests for upperclassmen. I’m also into goth/alternative music and want to form a band. Is there a real community for that in San Marcos, or would I eventually find myself going to Austin all the time for that?
Transfer/junior/senior perspectives would be especially useful.